Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
The famous Publix fried chicken recipe brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Deep fryer or heavy pot
- Cooking thermometer
- Wire cooling rack
- Paper towels
- Tongs for turning
- Large plate for coating
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken pieces mixed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
- Mix flour with all dry seasonings thoroughly.
- Heat oil to 350°F in deep fryer.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.
- Coat each piece completely in seasoned flour mixture.
- Fry chicken pieces for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Turn pieces once during cooking for even browning.
- Check internal temperature reaches 165°F before removing.
- Drain on wire rack for 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy
Notes
- Maintain oil at 350°F for perfect results
- Longer soaking creates more tender meat
- Dip in buttermilk again for extra crispiness
- Fry in small batches for even cooking
- Let coated chicken rest 10 minutes before frying